The Composer Poem
In the catalogue of sounds
I seek and I strive
Sourcing the harmony
Of a story come alive
Computing my composition
In my own unique way
Not waiting for transposition
To heed my new foray
Immersed in memory
Whilst I also explore
Seeking the elusive
In each and every score
Critical of minor changes
But dismissive of major success
Courageously defiant
As I do my very best
To truly be immersed
In music and in methods
My heart and mind discover
The joy of building records
The writing of the universe
For all the world to hear
The magic of a melody
That comes to me so clear
My expression is my gift
The music is my word
The sound is my sweet tool
Just waiting to be heard
So listen carefully
As we connect in space and time
For music is the mirror
From your heart into mine
On 9 April 2025, I attended the ‘David Hirschfelder Composing and Arranging Webinar‘ hosted by the Music Arrangers’ Guild of Australia Inc. Whilst I cannot read music or play an instrument, I am slowly learning how to do both and would like to be able to compose music to go with my poetry in the future.
I wrote a copious amount of notes during the session as Jessica Wells, the Vice President of the Music Arrangers’ Guild of Australia Inc (based in NSW) went through a variety of compositions with David Hirschfelder and fielded questions from the audience.
I have tried to capture some of the comments made by David Hirschfelder during the webinar about his approach to composing and arranging music to create this poem.
I really enjoy trying to understand what is important to a person, particularly to someone who has spent years mastering their craft. Gaining insights into their creative process and techniques is both exciting and inspiring.
I attended the Russell Morris The Real Thing Symphonic Concert at Hamer Hall in 2023, so I had first-hand experience of David Hirschfelder’s writing in a live performance and this webinar provided details on how it had all been created and explored the piece in the video below.
It was a fantastic webinar and special thanks to all involved! With love, Sue Ellson🙂
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Photo is of the inside of my upright piano on 10 April 2025.
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